I am an ambitious final-year student at Gymnázium Open Gate with a strong foundation in legal argumentation, rhetorical analysis, and civic leadership. I have a proven track record of success in national debate leagues and international moot court competitions, and I enjoy turning complex socio-political topics into clear, persuasive arguments. I combine academic excellence with practical legal experience and aim to leverage my research and advocacy skills in a university Political Science program, followed by graduate study in Law. I am eager to contribute to research and policy discussions while building a career in public service.

Lukáš Michalik

I am an ambitious final-year student at Gymnázium Open Gate with a strong foundation in legal argumentation, rhetorical analysis, and civic leadership. I have a proven track record of success in national debate leagues and international moot court competitions, and I enjoy turning complex socio-political topics into clear, persuasive arguments. I combine academic excellence with practical legal experience and aim to leverage my research and advocacy skills in a university Political Science program, followed by graduate study in Law. I am eager to contribute to research and policy discussions while building a career in public service.

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I am an ambitious final-year student at Gymnázium Open Gate with a strong foundation in legal argumentation, rhetorical analysis, and civic leadership. I have a proven track record of success in national debate leagues and international moot court competitions, and I enjoy turning complex socio-political topics into clear, persuasive arguments.

I combine academic excellence with practical legal experience and aim to leverage my research and advocacy skills in a university Political Science program, followed by graduate study in Law. I am eager to contribute to research and policy discussions while building a career in public service.

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Language

Czech
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Legal Intern at Kooperativa pojišťovna, a.s. (Vienna Insurance Group)
June 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Completed an intensive 8-week internship (40+ hours/week) within the legal department; assisted legal professionals with case preparation and research, gaining practical insight into corporate law.
Adjudicator / Volunteer at Asociace Debatních Klubů
January 1, 2023 - Present
Adjudicated debate tournaments, evaluating arguments based on logic, rhetoric, and evidence. Completed a week-long volunteer initiative focused on organisational management, grant applications, and logistics for national debate events.
Editor-in-Chief at Gymnázium Open Gate School Newspaper
January 1, 2023 - Present
Led the school newspaper, managed the full publication process, ensured clarity and tone, and oversaw all articles for timely publication.
Committee Deputy Chairperson at Election Committee
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Served as an official member of the local election committee, ensuring the integrity and proper conduct of the democratic voting process.

Education

IB Diploma Programme & Czech Maturita at Gymnázium Open Gate | Babice
September 1, 2021 - June 1, 2026
Secondary Education at Gymnázium Chodovická, Prague
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021

Qualifications

Best Applicant Award, International High School Moot Court Competition
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
Governor's Award for academic and extracurricular excellence
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment